Donor-Advised Funds

A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a giving vehicle that allows you to combine the most favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to easily support  Essex County Greenbelt.

DAFs are an excellent way to both simplify your charitable giving and facilitate your strategic philanthropic goals. Use this widget to easily give from your DAF. 

• Simplicity – The DAF sponsor handles all record-keeping, disbursements, and tax receipts.
• Flexibility – Timing of your tax deduction can be separate from your charitable decision making.
• Tax-efficiency – Contributions are tax-deductible and any investment growth in the DAF is tax-free. It is also easy to donate long term appreciated securities, eliminating capital gains taxes and allowing you to support multiple charities from one block of stock.
• Family legacy – A DAF is a powerful way to build or continue a tradition of family philanthropy.
• Privacy if desired – Donors may choose to remain anonymous to the grant recipient.